Office Ideas: Design, Style and Layout Tips and Inspiration

Redesigning your (home) office makes work more fun. A fresh lick of pain or a new desk chair can work wonders for your motivation and productivity.

However, it’s not always easy to find the design and style inspiration you need to get the job done.

That’s why, in this post, we’ve listed some of our best office ideas! With a mix of both design tips and style inspiration, this should help you achieve the perfect office redesign.

 

Take care when picking office chairs

The first tip on our list is to pick the right office chairs. Whether you’re looking for ideas for your home office or company office, chairs are one of the most important ways to improve productivity. They also have a major impact on the look and feel of a room, so picking the right set is very important.

Things to look out for include the colour, the style and design, how comfortable the chair is and whether it has wheels or not. We’ll cover each one of these separately throughout this post.

 

 

Make the most of natural light

Natural light not only helps you to read and work at your desk, but it can also help you to feel more alert. Not all offices will have a lot of natural light, so it’s important to make the most of it where possible. This means positioning desks and office chairs near windows, as well as using light colours throughout the room.

An important consideration, however, is that too much light can make it difficult to see your monitor or laptop. Ensuring worktops are angled in such a way that light comes from the side or front will prevent you from having to use blinds or curtains that block out natural light.

 

 

Adjustable office chairs are great for creating dynamic spaces

Making sure your office can be used by a range of different people is important, be it for company offices or for your home office. Adjustable office chairs are a great way of making the room more dynamic by ensuring the desk can be used by many different people.

Sharing (home) office spaces is becoming very common so it’s important that everyone can sit comfortably at a desk. Adjustable office chairs allow you to adjust the height of the chair to make sure everyone can find the perfect height for them. This also allows you to pick the perfect height for you, making it easier to maintain good posture.

 

 

Use paintings and art to fill large spaces

Paintings and art are not only great conversation pieces, but they can also provide you with inspiration while working. Paintings are great for dividing large walls and art can help to fill a space if the room looks a little empty.

Although many people think that art has to be expensive, this doesn’t have to be the case. You can actually get some great deals on amazing pieces if you take the time to look for them! 

 

 

Leather or velvet office chairs for a luxurious look and feel

If you’re looking for an elegant, luxurious look and feel for your office space, you can’t beat leather office chairs. They not only look absolutely fantastic, but they’re also very durable and come in a range of styles, designs and sizes.

Velvet office chairs are also a great option. Although velvet office chairs are a little less durable than their leather counterparts, they do have the advantage that they’re a lot softer and are often seen as more comfortable.

Even though they have their differences, both options add a touch of luxury to your office and are definitely worth considering.

 

 

Use hanging lights or freestanding lights to save space on the desk

Hanging lights or freestanding lights can help to prevent a cluttered desk. Although the traditional desk light looks great and certainly has its advantages if you don’t have the space for a large desk then hanging lights or a freestanding lamp can be a better alternative.

Lighting isn’t just important for you to work in the evenings, but it can also be extremely helpful during the winter when there’s little natural light.  

 

 

Ergonomic office chairs for great back support

 

We all know the saying that sitting is the new smoking, so ensuring your posture is good and your chair has good back support is key. Ergonomic office chairs are great for ensuring correct posture and provide an amazing level of back support. They’re also extremely comfortable making work more enjoyable.

Ergonomic chairs come in a range of different styles and sizes and many of them are adjustable too. This makes them great for a range of different situations.

 

 

Add a large desk to create a grand home office

Whether you’re looking to create a grand office for your business or your home, nothing beats a large desk. Large desks can be used as statement pieces to create a focal point in a room, but they’re also highly functional too.

Having too little space on your desk is an absolute nightmare, so if you have the space, opting for a large desk is definitely worth considering.

 

 

Switch up the position of your desk

Changing the placement of your desk can completely change the way the room looks. Why not move your desk away from the walls and use it as a centrepiece in the room? Or you could change up the angle so that it faces away from the corner, making use of the corner of the room for your chair.

There’s a lot you can do with desk placement and you can do it without spending a dime, making it one of our best office ideas for those working with a small budget.

 

 

Add storage space to your desk

Picking a desk with a few drawers or some shelves is a great way of adding some extra storage space. Pens, paper, notepads and other office supplies can result in a cluttered workspace, so having a place to store them can help keep your desk clean.

Even if you’re not quite ready to buy a new desk, you can opt for a freestanding set of drawers that fits underneath.

 

 

Opt for small home office chairs for a home office

If you’re specifically looking for home office ideas and don’t have a massive amount of room, check out our small home office chairs. They provide you with comfortable seating while not taking up too much space.

We have a large selection of chairs for your home office, including various different styles, colours and features.

 

 

Use soft colours to create a calm space

Going overboard with bright colours can make it difficult to concentrate on your work, so opting for soft, calming colours is a great idea when revamping your office. Soft greens and blues are great options, but any other soft, light colour will work too. Just make sure that it suits the furniture and the style of the room.

 

 

Go for a black, grey or white office chair to contrast the colours in the space

Shades of black, grey and white work well in most settings, and this is certainly the case in an office. Why not try a black office chair if you’re looking for something more business-like, or go for a grey office chair if you want something a little lighter?

If you want to go a step further then choosing a white office chair could be a great way of contrasting other colours in the room. A white chair is a little less common so it tends to look more unique than your typical black chair.

 

 

Add shelves for extra storage

Adding shelves to the wall is a great way of filling up a lot of open wall space. Shelves can not only be used for extra storage but they can also be used to showcase art or other valuables and add a lot of character to a room.

Showcasing things you like, be it art, things to do with your hobby or awards you’ve won, can help you create a space tailored to you.

 

 

Add a trendy notice board for style and functionality

Notice boards have been trending for quite some time now and they’re definitely worth considering when redesigning your office space. Not only can they be used for helpful reminders and important information, but if they’re maintained well they also look amazing.

Notice boards come in many different shapes and sizes and they’re not very expensive either. If you’re on a tight budget and you’re looking for something to switch things up, a noticeboard may be just the thing for you.

 

 

Go for a vintage look in high-end (home) offices

If you’re looking for a classic style, then nothing beats vintage-looking office furniture. A large vintage desk and a vintage brown office chair can create a unique, classic look to a room. Vintage offices tend to look grand and stylish and it creates a sophisticated feel to your office space.

This style doesn’t have to result in your office looking too old-fashioned, however. By combining styles and adding a modern touch to the room, as well as keeping the room clutter-free, a vintage look is easy to pull off and looks great.

 

 

Extendable desks for small spaces

If you want to turn your spare room into a multi-functional space, then choosing an extendable desk can be a great option. This allows you to enjoy a large desk while working, but it also prevents the desk from taking up too much space when you’re not using it.

This prevents you from having to dedicate an entire room to your home office but still allows you to enjoy a separate space to work in when needed.

 

 

Go for optimal comfort with fabric office chairs

If comfort’s the name of the game for you then you can’t beat fabric office chairs. They’re soft and extremely comfortable, and they’re also highly versatile too. No other type of office chair comes in such a broad range of colours and variations.

On top of that, fabric office chairs are inexpensive compared to other materials, making them more suitable for those working with a tight budget.

 

 

Move the outdoors, indoors using plants

Use plants to add a touch of green to the room. Indoor plants can help to make a room look more natural and calm. The extra colour can also help to brighten up the room, making it look more natural and making it easier to concentrate.

There are hundreds of indoor plants that you can grow in the UK, so there are plenty of varieties to choose from. If you’re looking for something that’s low maintenance, then succulents are a great option. They don’t require a lot of watering and are a very popular type of indoor plant at the moment.

 

 

Go for an office chair without wheels for more stability

If you’re prone to breaking office chair wheels because you can’t stop wheeling around the room, then it may be wise to go for an office chair without wheels. These chairs are a lot more stable and durable than those with wheels, so they’re definitely worth considering if you want something that’s going to last a long time.

You have plenty of models to choose from, including those with or without armrests, ergonomic varieties and adjustable ones.

 

 

Add a statement wall/feature wall to divide the space and make it more unique

 

Using wallpaper or different coloured paint, you can create a statement wall that makes your office stand out. As long as care is taken to not go overboard, making the room look too busy, a statement wall is a great way of spicing up your office.

Statement walls come in many different shapes and sizes, and can be used as a design feature as well as to section off space. For example, you could use it to section off your office space in a larger room, allowing you to use the rest of the room for other things.

 

 

Conclusion

The right (home) office ideas can make or break your redesign, so we hope that the tips and inspiration in this post have helped you out. If you’d like any more help, please feel free to reach out to our customer service team.